1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Monaro | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
